I never know where I’m going, ’til I get there.
I never know if I’m going ’til I’m gone.
Walked into an alley in Chinatown
…and found
…this beauty!
A few years old, and a bit chipped up, she is nonetheless a beacon amid the hoi polloi of alley art.
Pics taken by Resa – July 19, 2021
Toronto, Canada
The Artist:
Graffiti Lux Art & More 
Lovely shots of the lady Resa, she looks familiar somehow.
Hmmm… I wonder who?
Sort of Penelope Cruz look about her.
I’m going to look at some pics of her!
I was thinking exactly the same thing about how familiar the woman’s face looks.
What a spectacular painting!
I totally agree! The rest of the alley is an insanity of tags and throw-ups. In the middle of it all is beauty.
What a find, Resa. A gorgeous image. The tilt of her head is so beautifully captured. Hugs on the wing.
She’s a beaut! {{{hugs}}}
What a find! She looks determined and thoughtful–lovely!
I might have a couple of mural shots in my post tomorrow. 😀
Ohh! murals! 😀
She’s a beauty.It’s a wonderful work of art in a raggedy alley.
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Wow! that is a great find, Resa. The painting and style are wonderful.
I won’t argue about that! I adore this!!!
Now, to see that Bumble Bee!
It looks awesome!
Agree, Chris! She’s a beauty!
I’ll be by later!
Thank you!
Stunning!
YES!!!
She is absolutely gorgeous and regal. What a fabulous find, Sorceres!!
It is a fab find, especially in that mangey Chinatown alley. Still; it quite often pays off to wander into a nasty looking alley, as this proves! ⚡️💥
Yes, it definitely does pay to stray 😉
We are all the beneficiaries!!
Maybe I’m a stray.. like a stray cat?
A stray Sorceress of sorts. ⚡️💥
As long as you do the Stray Cat Strut… 😉
Keeping in mind, you are not just any ole stray cat… A Sorceress! 🧚♀️🎇
We cats and sorceresses get around! 😀 xx
I have zero doubt 😉 xoxo
xoxo
I am still astounded how these fabulous artists can upscale these murals to fit on the side of a building whilst still making the portrait look amazing, yet I still struggle with a pencil and paper to create an image! At first glance I thought it might be one of the Cruz sisters (Penelope or Monica) but I’m not so sure now, however the lady is still familiar for some reason. Another stellar find.
It is a stellar find! I was thrilled when I spotted her. You are not the only one who mentions Penelope Cruz.
A long time ago I thought maybe the artists used projection to aid in painting these massive pieces, but NOT!
I have witnessed many works being painted.
They just stand back and look. The artists are fantastic!
I just find it amazing how the artist translates the image they see and works out a 3D movement to actually spray the next section (i.e. knowing how far to spray to create the shape they need/spacial awareness). Magical.
It’s a joy watching them paint. For something like this a forklift is used. I’ve had the honour of going up in a forklift wth Uber 5000.
Using a forklift truck (or a Scissor-Lift platform) makes sense. A long time ago when I worked in retail I had to replace some florescent lights in our warehouse and got lifted on a forklift – it was quite fun. We were meant to use a special “caged” pallet to stand in but we didn’t have one at our warehouse so I just had to stand on a regular pallet and hold tight.
It was a Scissor-Lift platform). I got confused.
Cripes, I don’t even change the light bulbs in the ceiling of my apartment. It’s way too high. I’m from the prairies and get dizzy sometimes, or claustrophobic in places like elevators!
I was lucky in a way and wasn’t too concerned as I trained as a Lighting Technician in college so I spent a lot of time climbing scaffolding and lighting trusses. I don’t particularly like heights but I respect it and can work high up. I also live on the top floor of a tower block soo I kinda have to get on with height and gravity!
Beautiful, Resa. Thank you for sharing.
Truly my pleasure! Thank you for enjoying!
😊
A spectacular find in Chinatown, she is beautiful. Great shots, and a wonderful artist too! xoxoxo
She is beautiful. I try with the shots. I want to impart the impact each work has on me, as I discover it.
It truly is fun hunting for art.
xoxo 🐭🐭 xoxo
I’m sure it’s exciting to find these gems. We all love them. xoxoxo 🐭🐭
xoxoxo
❤️🐹❤️
I fell in love with her within a second, maybe less, young Resa. Regards, TOF.
I fell in love faster than you did, so there! Lol!
TOF, You’re a gem!
What a great work!
Agree 100%! Happy you got to see it!
Thank YOU! 😉
😀
She is beautiful, and seems to be very selfconfident, having an open and free mind…
Stay safe, dear Resa!
Agree, Martha! She is lovely. I think the fact she seems close to nature makes her feel free!
You stay safe, too! xo
Resa, what a very compelling picture of a compelling woman. You truly cannot take your eyes off her. Keith
I know what you mean, Keith.
She is a beaut!
Oh, Resa, you really found a beauty!!!! She really stands out, you’re right!
Hugs and love your way…
…and of course slobbery kisses!!!!
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Lava…Lava …
So good..OH right sorry! Listening to Ministry on Oannes.
Okay, back to the art.
Yeah, she is gorgeous. It’s so thrilling when I find great works.
I’ll take the kisses!
Sponges unlimited!
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…and hugs unlimited!!!!!!
🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗
…and love
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Lava… Lava (what we’re under!!!! 🔥♨️🔥♨️🔥♨️🔥♨️🔥♨️🔥🥵🔥♨️♨️)
Same here! You getting rain?
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I wish!!!!! Nope!
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OMG!
I heard there are fires north of Athens???
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Just 5,5 km from where we live. We are all well and safe but many animals lost, trees and houses burned.
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the animals 💔 tress 💔 houses 💔
…exactly…. 😢
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Really true! A pure beauty…
I don’t know where I’m going, but I am on my way 😉😊💖💖
Yes, a beauty in the alley for sure!
I got your vibe… I’m on my way, too!
xo ❦🌹😻🚌
👍🙏❤❤🥰
Wow. What a beautiful work of art. She brightens up the entire area and no one defaced her. Amazing. You said she’s older but everyone is respectful and leaves her alone. Wonderful.
She is respected! The rest of the alley is a nightmare of street not art, but she holds her own!
It’s surprising, since so many pieces are drawn on. She’s lovely.
Street cred is hard to earn, as a street artist, but she has it!
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So stunning, Resa. I love her expression. Such grace.
Agree! It is a beautiful work!
Wow! Imagine the hard work, time, money and talent to be able to execute this. Kudos to the artist and thank you for sharing this. It’s like finding a flower growing through a crack in the pavement. Love it
I’m happy to share. This is a wonderful work. I adore your analogy!
Chipped, or not, she is epic. I love this one and am glad I didn’t miss it. xxxx
Me too! xxxxxxxx!
I can glimpse both Salma Hayek and Sophia Loren in this mural.
I love this art! Thank you for coming to see it!
Thank YOU!
Beautiful find Resa, it does really stand out. Can’t take my eyes off of the eyes and jaw line.
Agree! It was love at first sight!
This is the third time around for me Resa. There is something powerful in The Harvester’s confident stance, in the way she looks upward seeking and know there are possibilities. I smiled when I read your first line – “I never know where I’m going, ‘til I get there. I love your “theres” Resa.
Lol! That first line was meant to amuse, as was the second line.
When I go looking for art, I really don’t know where I’m going. I just think about the possibles, and if something strikes my fancy, I’m gone!
This is a fab portrait/mural. I think her confidence comes from the nature she is surrounded by.
{{{hugs}}}
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The portrait is so so so amazing.😍 Resa !! It’s seems to be a master piece ! I wish I would HV seen it in real !! 😜 !!
Understandable! It’s gorgeous!
What a stunner! Can’t take eyes off her.
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